The jwgkvsq.vmx is a worm-type virus, which spreads via USB/portable drives and through the network. It also makes autorun.inf file on your USB device as well as a hidden system folder called RECYCLER which contains the jwgkvsq.vmx file. I’m not sure if this is an old virus, but it seems it’s been spreading a lot lately. And most anti-virus doesn’t detect this, but for those who does, it can’t remove it. It is also known as: It exploits Microsoft Windows vulnerability: Side-effects Now let’s go back to the topic. Remember that this guide will only help you remove the jwgkvsq.vmx virus. Click through the link to continue… Now let’s start… Removing the jwgkvsq.vmx virus from your computer Removing the jwgkvsq.vmx virus from your USB device Just in case the virus registered itself on the registry. Open the Run dialog box from the start menu, then type regedit. Then search for the file name jwgkvsq.vmx. If you found an entry, just press DEL to delete it. If your computer is in a network, better check all the other computers connected to it. Also download and install the automatic update (Microsoft vulnerability) which I’ve posted at the beginning of this post. In extreme cases, your computer won’t initiate Safe Mode and after using the removal tool above, your system may report a missing .dll file or something. Credits (and for reference refer) to these two sites: For any additional support or inquiry regarding this problem, just leave a comment here, and I’ll reply as soon as I can.
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-067 – Critical
Vulnerability in Server Service Could Allow Remote Code Execution (958644)
Published: October 23, 2008
Here is a quick step to remove this virus from your computer, and from your USB devices.
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